In a significant administrative move, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced the transfer of 11 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers, aiming to enhance law enforcement effectiveness and streamline administrative operations across the state.
Among the most prominent changes, IPS officer Tarun Gauba (2001 batch), who was previously serving as the Police Commissioner of Prayagraj, has now been appointed as the Inspector General (IG) of Police, Lucknow Zone, replacing the outgoing officer.
Key Highlights from the Reshuffle:
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A total of 11 IPS officers have been reassigned.
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The decision is part of the state’s broader strategy to ensure optimal deployment of senior police leadership.
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The officers have been instructed to assume charge at their new postings immediately, without waiting for formal relievers.
This reshuffle reflects the government’s focus on maintaining a dynamic and responsive policing system, especially in key zones like Lucknow, which holds strategic and administrative importance.
